Perth Museum staff will steer visitors round £27m landmark

PERTH Museum bosses have introduced their new staff team – and the uniforms they’ll be wearing when the attraction opens its doors next weekend.

The museum has created 36 jobs following a £27 million transformation of the old Perth City Hall.

The successful candidates – whittled down from more than 300 applicants – will be decked out in uniforms with a colourful Stone of Destiny logo on the back.

The relic will be the showpiece attraction when the venue throws open its doors on March 30.

But the museum will also provide a permanent new home for the Perth and Kinross collection, including many rarelyseen treasures.

Helen Smout, chief executive at Culture Perth and Kinross, said visitors could expect a warm welcome from the team.

“They bring a wealth of experience, knowledge and enthusiasm which will ensure a great visit for all,” she said.

Museum bosses have laid on a programme of events across Perth for the opening weekend.

Mill Street Plaza will host free performances from popular local names and rising stars, including comedian and historian Bruce Fummey, storyteller Jess Smith and the Craigie Choir.

The Highlight Spot in King Edward Street will also give local musicians, dancers and performers a place to shine.

Elsewhere, visitors can expect walking tours, street entertainment, workshops and a celebration of Perthshire food and drink.

The star attraction – the Stone of Destiny – arrived in Perth last week. The ancient stone’s last role was in the coronation of King Charles III in Westminster Abbey last year.

Also known as the Stone of Scone, it has returned to Perthshire for the first time in more than 700 years.

The first free tickets for the Stone of Destiny experience at Perth Museum will be released online at 10am on Friday via Perthshire Box Office.

Some of the museum’s 36 new staff members.